Nothing catastrophic still happened - the market exists, and the blockchain technology itself has proven its viability. No one undertakes to deny that many processes will be built on it in the very near future. But today, large companies are planning to bring technology into the "material" world and offer a crypto-community truly protected devices. And you can buy something right now ...
What is now
While blockchain evangelicals are deprived of an extensive selection of gadgets. Moreover, now you can buy only a hardware wallet. This device will become a repository not only for BTC, but also for your tokens, be it Monero, Ripple, HAC or any other altcoins. The number of offers in this market will please everyone - there is a real struggle between direct competitors: TREZOR (Satoshi Labs), KeepKey and Ledger.
In my opinion, this is one of the most secure wallets. No login and password, hardware wallet TREZOR replaces them. If the intruder does not have your device, he will not get access to your credentials on the site.
However, the main problem of device users is the limited list of supported cryptocurrencies. Today the wallet only supports: BTC, LTC, ZEC, BCH, BTG, ETH, ETC, EXP, UBQ, XEM, as well as tokens built on ERC20. The price of the device is also not the most democratic - today it is 89 EUR.
The design is fine here. And this design can be yours for "only" 129 USD. Rest assured in the case of KeepKey The device is worth every dollar spent. A huge pool of supported cryptocurrencies, a high level of security (even physical access to an outsider’s wallet does not guarantee hacking of the device) and the simplicity of the interface will bribe many cryptocurrency investors.
By the way, the device is available to order on Amazon, which further simplifies the process of its acquisition.
Unremarkable device that resembles a flash drive - just one of many devices from Ledger. However, the model Nano S remains one of the most popular on the market. A big role in this was played by its price (79 EUR) and one of the highest security indicators.
The model has repeatedly taken first place in numerous reviews of technogists precisely because of its system of protection against phishing: these devices are erased if you enter the wrong pin code three times in a row. Nevertheless, in order to avoid final data loss, the wallet is restored using a mnemonic phrase.
The mnemonic phrase to restore is the 24 words in the correct order. It is generated directly on the device. To use the mnemonic phrase during recovery, you will have to enter all 24 words with the help of two buttons on the case.
Of course, today there are many other cryptocrescents that will require less cost and effort to use, but the degree of their security still raises questions. Perhaps in the next few months the situation will change dramatically.
What will happen in the near future
Wallets will evolve, adapting to the needs of the user, will become more functional and convenient to use. Hackspace Capital Foundation proves this with the example of the new Redder wallet.
Redder - This is a cryptocurrency wallet embedded in the phone case. Complete with a specially designed application, the device provides maximum security and makes hacking almost impossible. Redder supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies, as well as ERC-20 tokens.
The release date is scheduled for the 3rd quarter of 2018. The cost of the device is only $ 80 and will allow it to compete even with well-known manufacturers of such devices.
Blockchain smartphones
“Packing” IPhone or Samsung in Redder is a terrible moveton for every true follower of the blockchain technology. Clearly, the tube should also be on the blockchain! And here the well-known Sirin Labs comes to the aid of evangelists and hamsters with a Finney smartphone.
Finney The device is “created from scratch” and will be focused on “crypto-enthusiasts”. We are talking about specialized software and, in particular, programs for managing cryptocurrency wallets.
The smartphone is expected to start shipping in October 2018 with an estimated price tag of around $ XNUMX.
User data protection
And even a bunch of blockchain-smartphone and cryptograph looks incomplete in the future for a true blockchain-evangelist. To heighten complacency and confidence in the future, he will be offered to protect his “pocket blockchain” as much as possible. Our company is developing a series of technological accessories for the protection of personal data under the telling name "Shield".
Shield. The project is based on the technology of blocking cellular communication, geolocation, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC with the use of special materials embedded in the product. The technology allows you to protect user data, to avoid theft of money and data by scanning bank cards, biometric passports with all personal data of the owner.
The Shield range of technological accessories includes cases, leather bags and wallets.
Blockchain in stationary PC
The first full-fledged blockchain computer is offered by all the same guys from Sirin Labs. They promise their own ultra-secure operating system Sirin OS, secure sharing of P2P resources, built-in cryptographic cold storage wallet, behavioral intrusion prevention system (IPS), blockchain-based unauthorized access prevention and a physical security switch (to protect the wallet).
The PC market is scheduled to enter the market soon. Its cost is now hovering around the $ 800 mark. The computer is a 24-inch monoblock with built-in biometric sensors, 8 gigabytes of RAM and 256 GB for placing personal data, which is frankly not enough by modern standards.
Therefore, additional terabytes in the latest Minebox Gmbh storage will be a great addition to a full-fledged computer on the blockchain.
Minebox NAS - is a data warehouse that works on the basis of blockchain technology with the ability to backup to protect against unexpected equipment failure, natural disasters, accidental deletion or cyber attacks. The company's hardware was provided by HP.
The user will also be allocated a separate "cloud" and provide an opportunity to earn by sharing space in the repository. There really will be a lot of places - there are versions of “volume” up to 16 TB and two generations of the device to choose from.